Overview

• Houston elevated defensive backs D'Angelo Ross and Myles Bryant from the practice squad for Week 3 depth in the secondary.
• Smith was placed on injured reserve with a hamstring injury and must miss at least the next four games.
• Johnson was elevated for Weeks 1 and 2, played in both, and blocked a punt in Week 2 that set up a Texans field goal.
• He is expected to contribute as a fullback with tight end flexibility and on special teams.
• Wide receivers Christian Kirk and Braxton Berrios were expected to be available after returning to practice during the week.